Ridley Scott’s post-apocalyptic thriller “The Dog Stars,” starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, and Margaret Qualley, opens in theaters August 28 with no critic reviews yet on Rotten Tomatoes. Trader sentiment reflects anticipation for the director’s signature visual style and the ensemble cast, balanced against mixed early test-screening reports citing pacing issues. Recent trailers and featurettes have driven visibility, while the film’s shift from an earlier March date to late summer highlights studio positioning. With reviews expected to arrive near or after release, the Tomatometer will hinge on critical consensus around its adaptation of Peter Heller’s novel, genre execution, and Scott’s recent track record in the space.